dagger

The word “dagger” has 2 syllables: dag-ger

It's pronounced as /ˈdæɡər/

What is synonym and antonym for dagger?

In the thesaurus, “dagger” has 17 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for dagger along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for dagger

noun
1. A stabbing weapon, similar to a sword but with a short, double-edged blade.
2. The text character †; the obelus.
3. A point scored near the end of the game (clutch time) to take or increase the scorer's team lead, so that they are likely to win.
4. A timber placed diagonally in a ship's frame.
verb
1. To pierce with a dagger; to stab.

With a swift motion, he unsheathed the dagger and cut through the thick vines.
The treasure hunter's heart raced as he discovered an ancient, ornate dagger in the hidden chamber.
She felt a chill as the mysterious stranger eyed her with a gleaming silver dagger at his side.
The skilled warrior skillfully twirled the double-bladed dagger in a mesmerizing display.
In the moonlit night, the assassin approached silently, holding a deadly dagger.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms or another words to dagger, such as: bayonet, blade, bodkin, bolo, bowie knife, cutlass, cutter.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.